Description
Shrimp Risotto with Peas is a delectable dish that brings the flavors of Italy into your kitchen. This creamy risotto, featuring tender shrimp and sweet peas, creates an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect for cozy dinners or special gatherings, each bite is rich and comforting, making it a favorite for any occasion. Follow this simple recipe to create a restaurant-quality meal right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in Arborio rice, coating it well in the buttery mixture. Cook for about 2 minutes until slightly translucent.
- Gradually add warm vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until mostly absorbed before adding more.
- When the rice is al dente (about 15-20 minutes), toss in shrimp and frozen peas. Stir until shrimp turns pink and peas are heated through.
- Remove from heat and mix in grated Parmesan cheese along with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 180mg